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36909 Dialysis circuit embolj

Surgery

Also known as: embolization, dialysis embolization, percutaneous embolization

Percutaneous interventions, including all imaging guidance, roadmapping, and radiological supervision and interpretation; embolization.

Clinical Context

Used for closure of steal syndrome vessels or other dialysis complications requiring vascular closure.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.02
Practice Expense RVU49.70
Malpractice RVU0.67
Total RVU54.39

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,816.63

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Interventional RadiologyNephrologyVascular Surgery

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